How much does it cost to hire Alyson for a elder law case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alyson walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Alyson offer a free consultation?

Alyson charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alyson's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Alyson's current terms during booking.

How long do elder law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

Simple elder law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alyson gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Alyson take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?

Alyson is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alyson will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Alyson?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alyson will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Alyson accepting new elder law clients right now?

Alyson's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Alyson J. Kirleis, Elder Law Attorney in Pittsburgh

Quick answer

Alyson J. Kirleis is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Elder Law, General, and Health Care. Alyson has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.

Based in: Pittsburgh, PA
Experience: over 38 years
Known for: Elder Law · General · Health Care

Handles Elder Law, General, and Health Care matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with BV Distinguished.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Alyson takes on

Alyson concentrates on elder law, general, health care, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alyson handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Elder Law cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Alyson takes elder law matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alyson agrees to represent you.

General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Alyson takes general matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alyson agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Alyson takes health care matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alyson agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Alyson takes medical malpractice matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alyson agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Alyson takes personal injury matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alyson agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Alyson J. Kirleis — elder law lawyer in Pittsburgh

Alyson J. Kirleis is a shareholder based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on Elder Law, General, and Health Care. Alyson has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.

Alyson has defended health care providers for more than 35 years, with clients ranging from physicians, nurses and dentists, to hospitals and long-term care facilities. She is an experienced litigator who secured a defense verdict in her very first jury trial in 1991, and has been trying cases to verdict ever since. She has handled civil, trial and appellate matters throughout western Pennsylvania. She has successfully tried cases to verdict before juries in state and federal courts, and has prevailed on a number of appeals before both Pennsylvania and Federal appellate courts. Alyson also represents health care professionals before various licensing boards in Pennsylvania, providing counsel from the initial incident through interviews with the Licensing Board investigators and hearings in front of the Hearing Examiner or Professional Licensing Board.

In addition to her litigation practice, Alyson provides risk management counseling for health care organizations and dental practices. She has also represented employers in governmental agency hearings and labor grievance arbitrations.

An active member of the legal community, Alyson was inducted into the prestigious Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County in 2018. The Academy of Trial Lawyers is limited to 250 members which consist of 125 of the best plaintiff trial lawyers and 125 of the best defense trial lawyers in Allegheny County. Alyson was honored to serve on the Board of Governors for the Academy of Trial Lawyers and has also served on the Membership Committee. She has been recognized as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer from 2007 through 2015, and again in 2024. She is also a member of the American Bar Association’s Tort Trial Insurance Practice Section, and the Allegheny and Pennsylvania Bar Associations.

Alyson is a frequent speaker on topics germane to her practice, including medical records documentation, licensing board matters, disruptive physicians, successful trial strategies, discovery, and labor/employment matters.

Honors & Awards

•Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County, fellow (2018-present)
•Pennsylvania Super Lawyers (2007-2015; 2024-2026)
•Approved Mediator, United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania

News

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Alyson's approach to elder law cases

Alyson has defended health care providers for more than 35 years, with clients ranging from physicians, nurses and dentists, to hospitals and long-term care facilities. She is an experienced litigator who secured a defense verdict in her very first jury trial in 1991, and has been trying cases to verdict ever since. She has handled civil, trial and appellate matters throughout western…

The kind of cases Alyson takes

Alyson reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, general, and health care matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

University of Pittsburgh School of Law
J.D. · 1988
Lehigh University
B.A. · 1985

Jurisdictions

Alyson's state bar admissions

U.S. District Court
2023 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1988 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1988 · ACTIVE

Alyson studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and B.A. in Lehigh University.

Law school and academic background

Alyson completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and B.A. in Lehigh University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alyson runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Alyson has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Locations

Alyson J. Kirleis's office in Pittsburgh

Alyson's primary office is at Union Trust Building, 501 Grant Street, Suite 700, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Marshall Dennehey

Union Trust Building, 501 Grant Street, Suite 700

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Alyson J. Kirleis — 4.6/5 rating from 7 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Alyson. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing elder law attorneys in Pittsburgh.

4.6

7 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Alyson J. Kirleis claims this profile.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Alyson J. Kirleis — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alyson usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Alyson charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alyson's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alyson will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alyson

Alyson discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every elder law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alyson confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Alyson's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Alyson J. Kirleis

How much does it cost to hire Alyson for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alyson walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alyson offer a free consultation?
Alyson charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alyson's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Alyson's current terms during booking.
How long do elder law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple elder law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alyson gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alyson take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Alyson is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alyson will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alyson?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alyson will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alyson accepting new elder law clients right now?
Alyson's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

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Areas served

Elder Law attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

Alyson handles elder law matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified elder law attorneys in that community.